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The full inspection history
9 inspections
Complaint
Sep 3, 2026
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED OPENING AT BASE OF DOCK DOOR, OBSERVED OPENING ON LEFT SIDE AND AT BASE OF LEFTSIDE FRONT ENTRANCE SLIDING DOOR AND OBSERVED OPENING IN MIDDLE OF DOORS AND AT BASE OF RIGHT SECTION TO THE RIGHT OF MAIN EXIT SLIDING DOORS. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRANCE.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
OBSERVED MISSING LEFT DOOR ON LOWER COLD HOLDING UNIT UNDERNEATH COUNTER IN DELI PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE SAID DOOR OF LOWER COLD HOLDING UNIT IN DELI PREP AREA AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED MULTIPLE DAMAGED DOORS AND DAMAGED AREAS NEXT TO DOORS CREATING OPENINGS IN DELI REACH IN DISPLAY COOLER IN DELI PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR DAMAGED DOORS AND DAMAGED AREAS NEXT TO DOORS CREATING OPENINGS IN DELI REACH IN DISPLAY COOLER IN DELI PREP AREA AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 3, 2026 · Original Source
Short Form Complaint
Apr 24, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
6-202.15: OBSERVED OPENINGS AT ENTRANCE AND EXIT DOORS OF FACILITY. OBSERVED OPENING ON LEFT AND AT BASE OF LEFTSIDE FRONT ENTRANCE SLIDING DOOR, OBSERVED OPENING IN MIDDLE OF MAIN EXIT SLIDING DOORS AND OBSERVED OPENINGS IN MIDDLE AND AT RIGHT BASE OF RECEIVING DOUBLE DOORS.INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENING TO PREVENT PEST ENTRANCE.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 24, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Apr 9, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
6-202.15: OBSERVED OPENINGS AT ENTRANCE AND EXIT DOORS OF FACILITY. OBSERVED OPENING ON LEFT AND AT BASE OF LEFTSIDE FRONT ENTRANCE SLIDING DOOR, OBSERVED OPENING IN MIDDLE OF MAIN EXIT SLIDING DOORS AND OBSERVED OPENINGS IN MIDDLE AND AT RIGHT BASE OF RECEIVING DOUBLE DOORS.INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENING TO PREVENT PEST ENTRANCE.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 9, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Apr 3, 2026
Fail
8 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
5-205.11: OBSERVED INACCESSIBLE HANDWASHING SINK IN PRODUCE PREP AREA, OBSERVED OUT OF ORDER SIGN ON PLASTIC WRAPPED AROUND SINK AND TAPE ON FAUCET AND HANDLES OF HANDWASHING SINK PREVENTING EMPLOYEES FROM ACCESSING HANDWASHING SINK IN PRODUCE PREP AREA IN NOT ACCESSIBLE. INSTRUCTED HANDWASHING SINKS SHALL BE ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES FOR EMPLOYEE USE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
Inspector’s notes
3-603.11: OBSERVED ANIMAL DERIVED FOOD(CHEESEBURGER) THAT CAN BE SERVED UNDERCOOKED OR COOKED TO ORDER WITH NO ASTERISK IDENTIFYING IT AS SUCH. INSTRUCTED TO ADD AN ASTERISK TO ALL ANIMAL DERIVED FOODS THAT CAN BE SERVED UNDERCOOKED OR COOKED TO ORDER. OBSERVED NO DISCLOSURE ON MENU STATING THAT ASTERISKED ANIMAL DERIVED FOOD IS SERVED UNDERCOOKED OR COOKED TO ORDER. INSTRUCTED TO ADD DISCLOSURE TO MENU STATING THAT ASTERISKED ANIMAL DERIVED FOOD IS SERVED UNDERCOOKED OR COOKED TO ORDER. OBSERVED NO REMINDER STATEMENT ON MENU. INSTRUCTED TO ADD REMINDER STATEMENT TO MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
6-501.111: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 130 MOUSE DROPPINGS IN FACILITY. OBSERVED MOUSE DROPPINGS IN ELECTRICAL ROOM, LOWER WALL ACCESS POINT IN BAKERY/POPCORN FRONT PREP AREA AND DRY STORAGE AREA IN REAR HALLWAY. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE RODENT ACTIVITY, REMOVE MOUSE DROPPINGS AND CLEAN AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMENDED LICENSED PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE FACILITY ON OR AFTER 4/2/2026. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
3-307.11: OBSERVED NO LEFT SPLASH GUARD ON HANDWASHING SINK IN DELI PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL LEFT SPLASH GUARD ON HANDWASHING SINK IN DELI PREP AREA TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF PREP SURFACES TO THE LEFT OF HANDWASHING SINK.
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
4-501.110: OBSERVED TEMPERATURE OF THE WASH SOLUTION IN HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 98F. OBSERVED IMPROPER WASH SOLUTION TEMPERATURE AT HIGH TEMERATURE DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE, WASH SOLUTION IN STATIONARY RACK DUAL TEMPERATURE TEMPERATURE WAREWASHERS THAT USE HOT WATER TO SANITIZE MAY NOT BE LESS THAN 150F.(NOTE: HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE NOT IN USE AT TIME OF INSPECTION) PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-025 NO CITATION ISSUED
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
5-103.11(B): OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER ON THE PREMISES, OBSERVED IMPROPER HOT WATER TEMPERATURES RANGING BETWEEN 66.4-94.5F AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINKS AND HANDWASHING SINKS IN FACILITY. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN HOT RUNNING WATER ABOVE 110F AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND ABOVE 100F AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS. INSTRUCTED HOT WATER GENERATION AND DISTRIBUTION SHALL BE SUFFICIENT TO MEET THE PEAK HOT WATER DEMANDS THROUGHOUT THE RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENT. PRIORITY VIOLATION.7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
5-205.15: OBSERVED LEAKING DRAINPIPE OF HANDWASHING SINK IN MEAT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKING DRAINPIPE OF HANDWASHING SINK IN MEAT PREP AREA AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
5-402.13: OBSERVED WASTE WATER FROM FLOOR DRAIN OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK OVERFLOWING ONTO FLOOR WHEN INDIVIDUAL COMPARTMENT OF SINK IS DRAINED IN MEAT PREP AREA, OBSERVED WASTE WATER FROM FLOOR DRAIN OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN PRODUCE PREP AREA OVERFLOWING ONTO FLOOR WHEN INDIVIDUAL COMPARTMENT OF SINK IS DRAINED AND OBSERVED WASTE WATER FROM HANDWASHING SINK IN PRODUCE PREP AREA BACKING UP FROM FLOOR DRAIN IN PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER WHEN WATER FROM HANDWASHING SINK FLOWS DOWN DRAIN.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR FLOOR DRAINS IN SAID AREAS FOR APPROPRIATE WASTE WATER DRAINAGE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 3, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Apr 1, 2026
Fail
11 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED INACCESSIBLE HANDWASHING SINK IN PRODUCE PREP AREA, OBSERVED OUT OF ORDER SIGN ON PLASTIC WRAPPED AROUND SINK AND TAPE ON FAUCET AND HANDLES OF HANDWASHING SINK PREVENTING EMPLOYEES FROM ACCESSING HANDWASHING SINK IN PRODUCE PREP AREA IN NOT ACCESSIBLE. INSTRUCTED HANDWASHING SINKS SHALL BE ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES FOR EMPLOYEE USE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
OBSERVED HOT TCS FOOS HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES RANGING BETWEEN 120.0-130.2F.OBSERVED HOT TCS FOODS, POTATO WEDGES(124.7F), CHICKEN(94.5-123.6F), MUSHROOMS(113.9F), ONION RINGS(103.1F), VEGETABLE SOUP(115.7F), CHEESE IN TORTILLA SHELL(111.4F) AND FISH(114.4-118.9F) HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE INSTRUCTED ALL HOT TCS FOOD MUST BE HELD AT 135F OR ABOVE. CORRECTED ON SITE MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED FOOD VALUED AT $400 WEIGHING 50LBS. CONSOLIDATED WITH VIOLATION BELOW PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
OBSERVED COLD TCS FOODS, HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES RANGING BETWEEN 46.8-56.3F. OBSERVED COLD TCS FOODS, CHEESE(47.8-50.5F), BUTTER(47.8F), SALAD CONTAINING LEAFY GREENS(55.0-56.3F), SHRIMP(46.8-51.4F), CRAB SALAD (50.2F)AND AND OCTOPUS SALAD(53.4F) HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE. INSTRUCTED ALL COLD TCS FOOD MUST BE HELD AT 41F OR BELOW. CORRECTED ON SITE MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED FOOD VALUED AT $300 WEIGHING 30LBS CONSOLIDATED WITH VIOLATION ABOVE PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED ANIMAL DERIVED FOOD(CHEESEBURGER) THAT CAN BE SERVED UNDERCOOKED OR COOKED TO ORDER WITH NO ASTERISK IDENTIFYING IT AS SUCH. INSTRUCTED TO ADD AN ASTERISK TO ALL ANIMAL DERIVED FOODS THAT CAN BE SERVED UNDERCOOKED OR COOKED TO ORDER. OBSERVED NO DISCLOSURE ON MENU STATING THAT ASTERISKED ANIMAL DERIVED FOOD IS SERVED UNDERCOOKED OR COOKED TO ORDER. INSTRUCTED TO ADD DISCLOSURE TO MENU STATING THAT ASTERISKED ANIMAL DERIVED FOOD IS SERVED UNDERCOOKED OR COOKED TO ORDER. OBSERVED NO REMINDER STATEMENT ON MENU. INSTRUCTED TO ADD REMINDER STATEMENT TO MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED COLD HOLDING UNITS IN FACILITY AT IMPROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. OBSERVED SMALL TWO DRAWER COLD HOLDING UNIT NEAR COOKLINE IN REAR PREP AREA AT IMPROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OF 50.7F. OBSERVED TWO SECTIONS OF LARGE SELF SERVICE SALAD BAR AT IMPROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURES OF 46.6-56.6F. INSTRUCTED ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS MUST BE MAINTAINED AT 41F OR BELOW. CORRECTED ON SITE HELD FOR INSPECTION TAGS PLACED ON SMALL TWO DRAWER COLD HOLDING UNIT NEAR COOKLINE IN REAR PREP AREA AND TWO SECTIONS OF LARGE SELF SERVICE SALAD BAR. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 130 MOUSE DROPPINGS IN FACILITY. OBSERVED MOUSE DROPPINGS IN ELECTRICAL ROOM, LOWER WALL ACCESS POINT IN BAKERY/POPCORN FRONT PREP AREA AND DRY STORAGE AREA IN REAR HALLWAY. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE RODENT ACTIVITY, REMOVE MOUSE DROPPINGS AND CLEAN AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMENDED LICENSED PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE FACILITY ON OR AFTER 4/2/2026. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO LEFT SPLASH GUARD ON HANDWASHING SINK IN DELI PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL LEFT SPLASH GUARD ON HANDWASHING SINK IN DELI PREP AREA TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF PREP SURFACES TO THE LEFT OF HANDWASHING SINK.
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED TEMPERATURE OF THE WASH SOLUTION IN HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 98F. OBSERVED IMPROPER WASH SOLUTION TEMPERATURE AT HIGH TEMERATURE DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE, WASH SOLUTION IN STATIONARY RACK DUAL TEMPERATURE TEMPERATURE WAREWASHERS THAT USE HOT WATER TO SANITIZE MAY NOT BE LESS THAN 150F.(NOTE: HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE NOT IN USE AT TIME OF INSPECTION) PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-025 NO CITATION ISSUED
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER ON THE PREMISES, OBSERVED IMPROPER HOT WATER TEMPERATURES RANGING BETWEEN 66.4-94.5F AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINKS AND HANDWASHING SINKS IN FACILITY. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN HOT RUNNING WATER ABOVE 110F AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND ABOVE 100F AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS. INSTRUCTED HOT WATER GENERATION AND DISTRIBUTION SHALL BE SUFFICIENT TO MEET THE PEAK HOT WATER DEMANDS THROUGHOUT THE RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENT. PRIORITY VIOLATION.7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
OBSERVED LEAKING DRAINPIPE OF HANDWASHING SINK IN MEAT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKING DRAINPIPE OF HANDWASHING SINK IN MEAT PREP AREA AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
OBSERVED WASTE WATER FROM FLOOR DRAIN OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK OVERFLOWING ONTO FLOOR WHEN INDIVIDUAL COMPARTMENT OF SINK IS DRAINED IN MEAT PREP AREA, OBSERVED WASTE WATER FROM FLOOR DRAIN OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN PRODUCE PREP AREA OVERFLOWING ONTO FLOOR WHEN INDIVIDUAL COMPARTMENT OF SINK IS DRAINED AND OBSERVED WASTE WATER FROM HANDWASHING SINK IN PRODUCE PREP AREA BACKING UP FROM FLOOR DRAIN IN PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER WHEN WATER FROM HANDWASHING SINK FLOWS DOWN DRAIN.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR FLOOR DRAINS IN SAID AREAS FOR APPROPRIATE WASTE WATER DRAINAGE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 1, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Apr 9, 2025
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
5-205.15 OBSERVED LEAK AT BOTTOM PIPE OF SINK IN MEAT PROCESSING ROOM. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
6-501.114 OBSERVED CLUTTER IN CORNERS NEAR CARDBOARD BALER MACHINE AND NEAR CHEMICAL STORAGE RACK. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND ORGANIZE AREAS, REMOVING UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND STORING ALL ITEMS AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM FLOOR.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 9, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Apr 7, 2025
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING HANDWASHING SINKS WITHOUT ADEQUATE HOT WATER TEMPERATURE OF 100F; SECOND FLOOR MEN'S AND WOMEN'S RESTROOMS, FRESH JUICE COUNTER HANDSINK, REAR HANDSINK LOCATED NEAR HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE, HANDSINKS OBSERVED AT RANGE OF 68F-73F. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR ALL HANDSINKS TO MAINTAIN AT PROPER HOT WATER TEMPERATURE OF 100F MINIMUM. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
OBSERVED LEAK AT BOTTOM PIPE OF SINK IN MEAT PROCESSING ROOM. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
OBSERVED CLUTTER IN CORNERS NEAR CARDBOARD BALER MACHINE, AND NEAR CHEMICAL STORAGE RACK. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND ORGANIZE AREAS, REMOVING UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND STORING ALL ITEMS AT LEAST SIX INCHED FROM FLOOR.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2605317 DATED:10/25/24 NOT CORRECTED; #10-OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGN AT HANDSINK IN CHICKEN CUTTING COLD ROOM. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. #36-OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER FOR MEASURING AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE IN HOT HOLD UNITS WITH GRAB AND GO FOODS AND ROTISSERIE CHICKEN. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE THERMOMETERS AND MAINTAIN. #37-OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS NOT LABELED IN HOT KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO LABEL ALL BULK ITEMS NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER WITH COMMON NAME. #53-OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN WOMEN'S STAFF RESTROOM AND WOMEN'S CUSTOMER RESTROOM ON FIRST FLOOR. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLE IN WOMEN'S RESTROOMS AND MAINTAIN. #55-OBSERVED BUILD-UP IN FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT PREP WORK AREAS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO BRING ALL VIOLATIONS INTO COMPLIANCE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 7, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Oct 25, 2024
Pass
6 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGN AT HANDSINK IN CHICKEN CUTTING COLD ROOM. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER FOR MEASURING AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE IN HOT HOLD UNITS WITH GRAB AND GO FOODS AND ROTISSERIE CHICKEN. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE THERMOMETERS AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS NOT LABELED IN HOT KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO LABEL ALL BULK ITEMS NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER WITH COMMMON NAME.
In plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED ON SHELVES IN BAKERY COOLER. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN SHELVING SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN WOMEN'S STAFF RESTROOM AND WOMEN'S CUSTOMER RESTROOM ON FIRST FLOOR. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLE IN WOMEN'S RESTROOMS AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
OBSERVED BUILD UP IN FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT PREP WORK AREAS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 25, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Oct 26, 2023
Pass w/ Conditions
5 recorded violations
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
HANDWASH SINK SLOW DRAINING IN MEAT CUTTING PREP AREA. INSTD TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
UNNECESSARY ITEMS (DECORATIVE PERSONAL PLANTS) OBSERVED ON PREP TABLE IN PRODUCE PREP AREA AND ABOVE PREP TABLE AND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN JUICING PREP AREA. INSTD TO REMOVE FROM SAME AREAS.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
HANDWASH SINK IN REAR WAREWASHING AREA NOT ACCESSIBLE. BUCKET INSIDE BASIN OF SINK AND LARGE STACK OF BUCKETS BLOCKING HANDSINK. INSTD TO MAINTAIN HANDWASH SINK ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES FOR HANDWASHING. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C) PRIORITY FOUNDATION
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
COOKED CHOPPED CHICKEN AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 66.0F AT CUSTOMER SELF SERVICE COLD SALAD BAR. INSTD TO MAINTAIN COLD FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005 PRIORITY. CHICKEN DISCARDED AND DENATURED AT THIS TIME. APPROX 10LBS $50 VALUE.
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
MULTIPLE FLY STRIPS HANGING FROM CEILING IN 2ND FLOOR BAKERY AREA. INSTD TO REMOVE AND USE PROPER INSECT CONTROL DEVICES FOR PREP AREAS.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.